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WOF Axle Checker

Check a four-tyre setup against the New Zealand WOF axle-matching rules.

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First time checking an axle?See what to enter for each tyre, what is compared, and what the result can and cannot confirm.

This checker tests the written matching rules. It cannot inspect damage, perishing, repairs or cord exposure. Confirm the final result with a qualified WOF inspector.

Help & guide

Check all four tyres axle by axle.

The checker compares the details that must match or meet the written WOF rules.

1

Add all four tyres

Tap each wheel and enter the size, construction, tread pattern, load index and tread depth shown on that tyre.

2

Check front and rear separately

The front pair and rear pair are assessed as axles. A tyre can be acceptable on one axle and unsuitable on the other.

3

Read the reason beside the result

A mismatch names the field that needs attention so you can correct the exact tyre entry or fitted combination.

4

Know the limit

The result covers entered matching rules. It does not inspect damage, repairs, age, pressure or the rest of a WOF inspection.

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A winter tyre is designed for use below 7°C: deep siped block tread, usually with the 3 peak mountain snowflake symbol or the word Studded or Studless on the sidewall.
Only matters when the load indices on an axle differ by 3 or more: the manual still passes the pair if both tyres carry the same ply rating.
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